Author:focus-on-transport

FUCHS invests R500 million in its future March 13, 2025 In a strategic move to solidify its footprint across Sub-Saharan Africa, FUCHS Lubricants South Africa has unveiled a R500-million expansion of its Isando manufacturing facility in Johannesburg. COLIN WINDELL reports that the expansion marks a critical step in its decade-long growth strategy. The development, officially opened at the end of February 2025, underscores the company’s dual focus on scaling production capabilities and embedding sustainability into its operations. Since 2015, FUCHS […]

Pioneering a sustainable, cost-efficient supply network across Southern Africa March 20, 2025 CHEP’s sustainable, cost-efficient logistics network revolutionises regional supply chains through smart, reusable platforms and collaborative partnerships. A resilient logistics network forms the backbone of every successful supply chain. The supply chain is a complex, interconnected system that ensures products reach shelves, deliveries arrive on time, and online orders are fulfilled efficiently. At the heart of this network is smart movement – the seamless flow of goods enabled by […]

Transnet’s Network Statement: a rail revolution! January 21, 2025 The Multi-Modal Inland Port Association (MIPA) has welcomed Transnet’s release of its Network Statement, a key milestone in opening South Africa’s rail network to private operators at an affordable cost. Approved in December 2024 by Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy, this initiative provides a structured framework for private sector involvement in the rail industry, which is expected to revolutionise freight logistics in the country. The Network Statement outlines the terms and […]

AI takes the wheel February 25, 2025 The South African trucking industry has long grappled with persistent challenges like high operational costs, driver shortages, and unpredictable road conditions. However, artificial intelligence (AI) is stepping up to redefine how fleet management operates – promising safer roads, more efficient operations, and a data-driven approach to decision-making. AI has emerged as a game-changer for fleet management. Traditional tools like GPS and basic telematics, though useful, have limited functionality, lacking the sophistication to contextualise […]

How tech is enhancing trucking January 28, 2025 South Africa’s transport and logistics industry is grappling with numerous challenges, including inefficiencies, high fuel costs, and the persistent threat of theft. Fortunately, connected technologies are providing innovative solutions to these pressing issues, enabling trucking operators to optimise their operations and stay competitive in a demanding market. Tools such as Internet of Things (IoT) devices and GPS tracking systems are revolutionising fleet management. They offer unmatched operational effectiveness, enhanced asset viability, and […]

Sinotruk sets bold targets February 7, 2025 Sinotruk has set an ambitious target of 450,000 vehicle sales for 2025, representing 20% year-on-year growth, while reinforcing its presence across global markets. What gives Sinotruk the confidence to succeed amid rising challenges in the commercial vehicle (CV) sector? Sinotruk’s world-class production facilities have played a crucial role in its continued success. Particularly significant in this regard is the Laiwu factory in Jinan, China. This RMB15-billion (R37.95-billion) investment resulted in a highly automated […]

Beitbridge: a model for African border management February 3, 2025 Long queues, inefficiencies, and costly delays once plagued the Beitbridge Border Post. Now, clearance times have dropped from three days to just three hours. This system has played a crucial role in streamlining vehicle movement at the Beitbridge Border Post in Zimbabwe, one of Africa’s busiest land crossings.  As ICE Tech explained during a recent Transport Forumevent, the border post – previously notorious for delays of up to three days […]